The roof of a private house, above all, performs the function of protecting housing from rain and sun rays. But it also has a direct impact on the appearance of the structure. When choosing the type of roof you need to build on the fact that its main quality should be reliability.
The main groups of roofs
There are a lot of varieties of roofs, but they are all divided into two main groups:
- flat roofs are practically not used in the construction of private houses, since their small slope (of the order of 3 °) contributes to the fact that precipitation accumulates in large quantities on it, and this leads to negative consequences;
- The pitched roof has a slope of at least 10 °, so the precipitation does not linger on it in large quantities, and the space beneath it can be effectively used.
Obviously, pitched roofs are widely used due to their advantages. But do not forget that at a cost they are much superior to flat , and their design and construction is better to entrust to professionals.
Types of materials for roofing
It is also important to choose the material from which the roof will be made. There are different types of roofs, for example, the following:
- wooden roofs are a fairly economical option, because they have a small weight, do not have difficulties with repairs, but it is worth remembering that they are flammable;
- natural tiles are not susceptible to fire, do not deform, easily tolerates frost and sunlight, it is easy to clean, but if you need a figured roof, the master will require high qualification and preparation;
- the soft roof is made of a modern material that has an increased wear resistance, withstands both very low and high temperatures, it is easy to install;
- metal roofing provides roofing durability, and is also affordable;
- roofs made of slate are used for a long time, since this material has proved itself to be reliable, capable of lasting for several decades, excellently absorbs noise, but over the years its water resistance is significantly reduced, and on the areas of blood in the shade, a lichen appears;
- Ondulin - another modern material that is successfully used for roofing works, it is environmentally friendly, and also easy to install;
- The iron roof is also very popular due to its reliability, long service life, non-flammability and affordable cost.
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Features of the choice of color for the roof
The question of the color of the roof facade is no less important than the choice of its shape and material. First, the roof of the shade should be combined with the walls to make the house look harmonious. Secondly, it should be remembered that each color has its own properties, for example dark shades, will promote rapid heating. And, of course, you need to focus on your inner feelings.
To choose the color of the roof, you can give a few tips:
- it is important to consider that the shade of the roof should be combined with the style of the whole house, for example, bright colors should not be used in the classical style;
- the house should harmoniously fit into the surrounding nature, that is, if there are meadows and forests nearby, then the roof of green or brown color will look great, and if a well is visible near the well, the blue or blue roof will be a good option;
- in hot regions it is better to abandon dark shades;
- if there are doubts in the choice, then you need to turn to specialists who will help you decide, based on your experience.
Designing a roof in any housing, regardless of whether a roof is chosen for a large or single-storey house, requires time and money, and it is also key to ensuring a comfortable and safe living. Therefore, this issue should be taken seriously and responsibly.